How can the Georgia Constitution be amended?

• A. A majority vote in both houses, with gubernatorial signature
• B. Two-thirds approval in both houses, then a statewide vote approving the amendment
• C. Only by a constitutional convention
• D. Three-fifths approval in both houses, followed by a public referendum

Answer: (B)

Amending the Georgia Constitution requires broad legislative support and direct voter approval. First, both the Senate and the House must pass the proposed amendment with a two-thirds majority. Once that supermajority is reached, the amendment goes to the voters in a statewide election and must be approved by a majority of those voting to become part of the Constitution. The governor’s signature isn’t required for amendments, and a constitutional convention isn’t the normal path used. The required threshold is two-thirds, not three-fifths.